Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has written to council leaders across England urging them to ensure pubs can open early on Sunday for the Lionesses historic World Cup final.
A number of venues are likely to require a short extension to their licensing hours to be able to open in time to show the Women’s World Cup final. Kick-off is at 11am UK time.
Mr Gove said: ‘The whole nation is ready to get behind the Lionesses this Sunday in what is England’s biggest game since 1966.
‘I’ve asked councils to do everything they can to help pubs get open earlier on Sunday, so people can come together and enjoy a drink before kick-off for this special occasion.’
A Local Government Association (LGA) spokesperson said: ‘Councils up and down the country are flying flags, lighting up buildings and hosting free screenings of the game on Sunday to mark this historic and exciting occasion.
‘They will be working with partners and local vendors to ensure supporters can enjoy the match safely and get behind our Lionesses.’
